Sermon Archive
The Road Ahead
By: Dr. Robert Petterson
Nov 07, 2010
Vision and mission statements abound. Almost every church bulletin and letterhead has one inscribed in a prominent place. They only come alive when they are put into action. To do so takes intention, strategic actions, courage, and perseverance. Our vision and mission will never have integrity until they become part of the culture of Covenant. In this final charting of the road ahead, we will share some specific action plans to move us forward on the journey.
Fully Devoted Followers of Jesus Christ
By: Dr. Robert Petterson
Oct 31, 2010
Our mission tells us how we will accomplish our vision. We will never become the family we envision until we become fully devoted followers of Christ. On the other hand, our vision statement defines what a fully devoted follower of Christ looks like. Both vision and mission are intertwined.
Reaching Out In Mercy
By: Pastor Trent Casto
Oct 24, 2010
Ask nonbelievers in our postmodern age, “Would you rather go to church or be part of a loving family?” and almost all of them would choose the family. People are desperate to be loved and belong. Our vision will not allow us to keep grace to ourselves. It drives us to open our circle of grace to others. It puts gospel shoes on our feet, compassion in our hearts, and sends us out to show the love of Christ through works of mercy in our city, nation, and around the world. But our vision not only calls us to let our light shine in a dark world, it also compels us to share the way of salvation so that others will glorify our Father in heaven.
Growing In Grace
By: Pastor Trent Casto
Oct 17, 2010
Grace is at the heart of the Apostles’ doctrine. Sola Gratia (Grace Alone) is one of the five watchwords of the great Protestant Reformation. But the saving grace that connects us vertically to God must also connect us horizontally to one another. What we have been given freely from heaven we must also give freely to one another on earth. Grace lived out in relationships doesn’t come easily or quickly. It often comes by slow growth. We will challenge each other to live lives that are gracious and generous, and yet strive to give grace to one another when we fall short.
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